
Travel
Science, Travel and History: Never Lost
online visitors can learn to see the world as it appeared to the ancient Polynesians. Virtual voyage instruction, master navigators “talking story” in the Hawaiian tradition, an online planetarium with a tour of the Hawaiian night sky, podcasts more »
An Adventure on Cape Breton Island
The Welps of Connecticut had been having a grand adventure on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, traversing the switchbacks of the highlands and hiking some of its most famous trails.Then, "“Hello everyone, we are stranded at a place called Meat Cove on Cape Breton Island. Came for one night of camping and had a very heavy rainstorm that washed out five bridges. Not sure how or when we are getting out. I guess it’s just another Welp adventure ..." more »
In Case You're Thinking of Applying: Flight Attendants, Training and Salary
In addition, trainees are taught how to deal with disruptive passengers and with hijacking and terrorist situations. New hires learn flight regulations and duties, gain knowledge of company operations and policies, and receive instruction on personal grooming and weight control. more »
Vacation Travel: Tracking Oil Washing Ashore on Beaches
Oiled areas should be particularly be avoided by: Young children. People with asthma or other respiratory diseases such as chronic bronchitis and emphysema.» People with a compromised immune system.» People with a hypersensitivity to chemicals, particularly hydrocarbons. Pregnant women (some of the chemicals in oil have been linked to miscarriage, preterm birth, and low birth rate). more »